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Crowning Ancient Cultures: London to Istanbul

Sep 15, 2027 – Oct 21, 202736 nightsLondon (Southampton) to Istanbul

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La Rochelle

France

Day: 3
Date: Sep 17, 2027
Arrive: 7:00 AM
Depart: 5:00 PM

La Rochelle, on the Atlantic coast of France, has been an important port since the 12th century, and during the 17th and 18th centuries it was crucial in the sugar and fur trades-and slave trade as well, at least until 1794 when France abolished the practice in its colonies.

Oceania Sonata

Year built: 2027
Tonnage: 86,000
Guests: 1,390
Length: 922

Deck plans

Oceania Sonata

Year built: 2027
Tonnage: 86,000
Guests: 1,390
Length: 922

Deck plans

Oceania Sonata

Year built: 2027
Tonnage: 86,000
Guests: 1,390
Length: 922

Deck plans

London (Southampton)

United Kingdom

Day: 1
Date: Sep 15, 2027
Depart: 5:00 PM

Protected from the frequent storms of the English Channel by the Isle of Wight, Southampton has survived a turbulent history to serve as a principal port of the United Kingdom today. Pay homage to one of the most famous ships to sail these shores at the Mayflower Memorial.

Pauillac

France

Day: 4
Date: Sep 18, 2027
Arrive: 7:00 AM

Bilbao

Spain

Day: 6
Date: Sep 20, 2027
Arrive: 8:00 AM
Depart: 8:00 PM

Straddling the banks of an estuary opening into the Bay of Biscay, Bilbao is the largest city in Spain's northeastern Basque Country. Its earliest beginnings are preserved in the Casco Viejo, seven medieval streets that used to be guarded by walls.

Gijón

Spain

Day: 7
Date: Sep 21, 2027
Arrive: 7:00 AM
Depart: 5:00 PM

This ancient port city on the green Atlantic coast of Spain has a history of some 3,000 years. From its humble beginnings the city has grown to become an important port city in Spain.

La Coruna

Spain (for Santiago de Compostela)

Day: 8
Date: Sep 22, 2027
Arrive: 9:00 AM

A Coruña, in Galicia, Spain, is a city and municipality, and it is the capital of its province, which has the same name. For a few centuries it was the seat of government of the Kingdom of Galicia, and it later acted as an administrative centre for the wider region.

Santiago de Compostela (Vigo)

Spain

Day: 10
Date: Sep 24, 2027
Arrive: 7:00 AM
Depart: 3:00 PM

This Galician capital is most famous for the magnificent Cathedral de Santiago de Compostela, which for over 1,000 years has been the destination of the religious pilgrimage known as the Way of St. James.

Lisbon

Portugal

Day: 11
Date: Sep 25, 2027
Arrive: 7:00 AM
Depart: 5:00 PM

The great period of "the Discoveries" accounted for phenomenal wealth brought back from India, Africa and Brazil by the great Portuguese navigators. Gold, jewels, ivory, porcelain and spices helped finance grand new buildings and impressive monuments in Lisbon, the country's capital city.

Portimao

Portugal

Day: 12
Date: Sep 26, 2027
Arrive: 7:00 AM
Depart: 2:00 PM

With a population of almost 40,000, Portimão in Portugal's Algarve region, is one of the country's largest coastal towns. Its perennially sunny climate, beautiful beaches and historic buildings make it a tourist destination in its own right.

Malaga

Spain

Day: 13
Date: Sep 27, 2027
Arrive: 7:00 AM
Depart: 7:00 PM

While Málaga was long considered just a stopover on the way to southern Spain's Costa del Sol beach resorts, in recent years a buzz has developed around the Andalucian city.

Alicante

Spain

Day: 14
Date: Sep 28, 2027
Arrive: 12:00 PM
Depart: 6:00 PM

Fresh sea breezes, mountain backdrops and vibrant locals have made this magical city a must-see for both international tourists and residents of Spain alike. It's easy to slip into the local rhythm.

Barcelona

Spain

Day: 15
Date: Sep 29, 2027
Arrive: 9:00 AM
Depart: 7:00 PM

On the northeast coast of Spain, overlooking the Mediterranean, Barcelona is a vibrant port city, packed with centuries of iconic art and architecture-Gaudí and Picasso both called it home-and lined with sunny white-sand beaches.

Provence (Marseille)

France

Day: 16
Date: Sep 30, 2027
Arrive: 9:00 AM
Depart: 5:00 PM

Located on the Mediterranean coast, Marseille is the oldest city in France and was founded in 600 BC. Among the many terracotta-roofed buildings lies many intriguing sights including the Cathedral of Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde.

Florence/Pisa/Tuscany (Livorno)

Italy

Day: 17
Date: Oct 1, 2027
Arrive: 11:00 AM

Spend a glorious day amidst the fabled architecture of this Renaissance city. See the Duomo with Brunelleschi's dome, the famous baptistry, Michelangelo's magnificent David, the bridge over the Arno and the astonishing Uffizi Gallery.

Salerno

Italy

Day: 19
Date: Oct 3, 2027
Arrive: 9:00 AM
Depart: 7:00 PM

Set along the Tyrrhenian Sea, Salerno is a welcoming port often known as the gateway for exploring the fabled Amalfi Coast.

Catania

Sicily

Day: 20
Date: Oct 4, 2027
Arrive: 9:00 AM
Depart: 4:00 PM

Sicily's second-largest city is intimately connected to the active volcano that towers above it. The smoking, gurgling peak of Mt. Etna, one of the island's most iconic landmarks, has shaped Catania significantly, most notably in the 1600s when an eruption sent lava flowing to the sea.

Corfu

Greece

Day: 21
Date: Oct 5, 2027
Arrive: 11:00 AM
Depart: 7:00 PM

A scant few miles off the Albanian coast lies the island of Corfu, one of the most richly endowed of all the Greek Isles.

Rijeka

Croatia

Day: 24
Date: Oct 8, 2027
Arrive: 7:00 AM
Depart: 5:00 PM

Tucked into Kvarner Bay off the Dalmatian Coast of the Adriatic, Rijeka is Croatia's premier seaport and third largest city. It is a mix of modern structures and grand old buildings from the heyday of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

Overview Itinerary Ship Deck plans Staterooms Dates & prices

Length: 36 nights
Departs: Sep 15, 2027, London (Southampton)
Returns: Oct 21, 2027, Istanbul
Ports of call: 31
Days at sea: 2
Ship: Oceania Sonata

What's included

Specialty coffees, sodas, juices and water
Wi-Fi throughout the ship
Shipboard gratuities included
Specialty restaurants included
Shore excursion credit or a drinks choice at lunch and dinner, your pick

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Oceania Sonata Inaugural Voyages
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Itinerary

Day 1Sep 15
London (Southampton), United Kingdom
Depart 5:00 PM
Embark
Day 2Sep 16
At sea
Day 3Sep 17
La Rochelle, France
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM
Day 4Sep 18
Pauillac, France
Arrive 7:00 AM
Overnight
Day 5Sep 19
Pauillac, France
Depart 5:00 PM
Overnight
Day 6Sep 20
Bilbao, Spain
Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 8:00 PM
Day 7Sep 21
Gijón, Spain
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM
Day 8Sep 22
La Coruna, Spain (for Santiago de Compostela)
Arrive 9:00 AM
Overnight
Day 9Sep 23
La Coruna, Spain (for Santiago de Compostela)
Depart 4:00 PM
Overnight
Day 10Sep 24
Santiago de Compostela (Vigo), Spain
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 3:00 PM
Day 11Sep 25
Lisbon, Portugal
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM
Day 12Sep 26
Portimao, Portugal
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 2:00 PM
Day 13Sep 27
Malaga, Spain
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 7:00 PM
Day 14Sep 28
Alicante, Spain
Arrive 12:00 PMDepart 6:00 PM
Day 15Sep 29
Barcelona, Spain
Arrive 9:00 AMDepart 7:00 PM
Day 16Sep 30
Provence (Marseille), France
Arrive 9:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM
Day 17Oct 1
Florence/Pisa/Tuscany (Livorno), Italy
Arrive 11:00 AM
Overnight
Day 18Oct 2
Florence/Pisa/Tuscany (Livorno), Italy
Depart 1:00 PM
Overnight
Day 19Oct 3
Salerno, Italy
Arrive 9:00 AMDepart 7:00 PM
Day 20Oct 4
Catania, Sicily
Arrive 9:00 AMDepart 4:00 PM
Day 21Oct 5
Corfu, Greece
Arrive 11:00 AMDepart 7:00 PM
Day 22Oct 6
At sea
Day 23Oct 7
Trieste, Italy
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM
Day 24Oct 8
Rijeka, Croatia
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM
Day 25Oct 9
Hvar, Croatia
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 4:00 PM
Day 26Oct 10
Sarande, Albania
Arrive 10:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM
Day 27Oct 11
Argostoli, Greece
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 4:00 PM
Day 28Oct 12
Chania (Souda), Crete
Arrive 9:00 AMDepart 8:00 PM
Day 29Oct 13
Mykonos, Greece
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM
Day 30Oct 14
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM
Day 31Oct 15
Paros, Greece
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM
Day 32Oct 16
Heraklion (Crete), Greece
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM
Day 33Oct 17
Rhodes, Greece
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM
Day 34Oct 18
Patmos, Greece
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM
Day 35Oct 19
Izmir (Ephesus), Turkey
Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 4:00 PM
Day 36Oct 20
Istanbul, Turkey
Arrive 11:00 AM
Overnight
Day 37Oct 21
Istanbul, Turkey
Arrive 8:00 AM
DisembarkOvernight

Oceania Sonata

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Owner’s Suite

2,527 sq ft

Priority luggage delivery. Exclusive card-only access to private Concierge & Suite Lounge staffed by a dedicated Concierge featuring complimentary sodas, coffees and snacks throughout the day. 24-hour Butler service. Optional private in-suite embarkation day lunch from noon to 2 pm in Owner’s Suites. Complimentary in-suite bar setup with 6 full-size bottles of your choice of premium spirits and wines from our suite beverage menu

Owner’s Suite

2,527 sq ft

Oceania Suite

1,466 sq ft

Oceania Suite

1,466 sq ft

Horizon Suite (HS1)

604 sq ft

From $39,099 per person

Horizon Suite (HS1)

604 sq ft

From $39,099 per person

Penthouse Deluxe (PD1)

488 sq ft

In addition to Concierge Level privileges. Priority luggage delivery. Exclusive card-only access to private Concierge & Suite Lounge staffed by a dedicated Concierge featuring complimentary sodas, coffees and snacks throughout the day. 24-hour Butler service. Course-by-course in-suite dining+

Penthouse Deluxe (PD1)

488 sq ft

Penthouse Suite (PH1)

426 sq ft

From $29,699 per person

Penthouse Suite (PH1)

426 sq ft

From $29,699 per person

Concierge Level Veranda (A1)

288 sq ft

From $22,349 per person

In addition to Concierge Level privileges. Expanded lunch and dinner room service menu from The Grand Dining Room. FREE laundry service - up to 3 bags per stateroom*. Exclusive card-only access to private Concierge & Suite Lounge staffed by a dedicated Concierge featuring complimentary sodas, coffees and snacks throughout the day. Complimentary welcome bottle of Prosecco

Concierge Level Veranda (A1)

288 sq ft

From $22,349 per person

Veranda Stateroom (B1)

288 sq ft

Tranquility Bed, an Oceania Cruises exclusive. FREE sodas replenished daily in your refrigerated mini-bar. FREE still and sparkling Vero Water. Aquamar Bath + Skincare Essentials. FREE room service menu 24 hours a day

Veranda Stateroom (B1)

288 sq ft

Year built: 2027
Tonnage: 86,000
Guests: 1,390
Length: 922

Dining and venues

Toscana
Polo Grill
The Grand Dining Room
Aquamar Kitchen
Nikkei Kitchen
Waves Grill
Terrace Café
Baristas & Bakery
Jacques
Red Ginger
The Sonata Lounge
Opus Lounge
Martinis
The Casino
Grand Lounge
Suite & Concierge Lounge
Horizons
Waves Bar
LYNC Digital Center
Library
La Table
Artist Loft
The Culinary Center
Chef’s Studio
Pool Deck
Aquamar Spa
Fitness Center
Crêperie
The Fitness Track
The Recreation Deck

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Deck plans

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Deck 4

Staterooms

Per person, double occupancy

Concierge Level Veranda (A3)
Concierge Level Veranda (A3) (288 sq ft)
In addition to Concierge Level privileges. Expanded lunch and dinner room service menu from The Grand Dining Room. FREE laundry service - up to 3 bags per stateroom*. Exclusive card-only access to private Concierge & Suite Lounge staffed by a dedicated Concierge featuring complimentary sodas, coffees and snacks throughout the day. Complimentary welcome bottle of Prosecco
$21,799~~$43,598~~
Concierge Level Veranda (A2)
Concierge Level Veranda (A2) (288 sq ft)
In addition to Concierge Level privileges. Expanded lunch and dinner room service menu from The Grand Dining Room. FREE laundry service - up to 3 bags per stateroom*. Exclusive card-only access to private Concierge & Suite Lounge staffed by a dedicated Concierge featuring complimentary sodas, coffees and snacks throughout the day. Complimentary welcome bottle of Prosecco
$22,099~~$44,198~~
Concierge Level Veranda (A1)
Concierge Level Veranda (A1) (288 sq ft)
In addition to Concierge Level privileges. Expanded lunch and dinner room service menu from The Grand Dining Room. FREE laundry service - up to 3 bags per stateroom*. Exclusive card-only access to private Concierge & Suite Lounge staffed by a dedicated Concierge featuring complimentary sodas, coffees and snacks throughout the day. Complimentary welcome bottle of Prosecco
$22,349~~$44,698~~
Penthouse Suite (PH1)
Penthouse Suite (PH1) (426 sq ft)
Priority luggage delivery. Exclusive card-only access to private Concierge & Suite Lounge staffed by a dedicated Concierge featuring complimentary sodas, coffees and snacks throughout the day. 24-hour Butler service. Course-by-course in-suite dining. Order in from any of our specialty restaurants
$29,699~~$59,398~~
Horizon Suite (HS2)
Horizon Suite (HS2) (604 sq ft)
Priority luggage delivery. Exclusive card-only access to private Concierge & Suite Lounge staffed by a dedicated Concierge featuring complimentary sodas, coffees and snacks throughout the day. 24-hour Butler service. Complimentary welcome bottle of Champagne. In-suite illy coffee maker and pods
$37,649~~$75,298~~
Horizon Suite (HS1)
Horizon Suite (HS1) (604 sq ft)
Priority luggage delivery. Exclusive card-only access to private Concierge & Suite Lounge staffed by a dedicated Concierge featuring complimentary sodas, coffees and snacks throughout the day. 24-hour Butler service. Complimentary welcome bottle of Champagne. In-suite illy coffee maker and pods
$39,099~~$78,198~~
Concierge Level Veranda (A4)
Concierge Level Veranda (A4) (288 sq ft)
In addition to Concierge Level privileges. Expanded lunch and dinner room service menu from The Grand Dining Room. FREE laundry service - up to 3 bags per stateroom*. Exclusive card-only access to private Concierge & Suite Lounge staffed by a dedicated Concierge featuring complimentary sodas, coffees and snacks throughout the day. Complimentary welcome bottle of Prosecco
Veranda Stateroom (B1)
Veranda Stateroom (B1) (288 sq ft)
Tranquility Bed, an Oceania Cruises exclusive. FREE sodas replenished daily in your refrigerated mini-bar. FREE still and sparkling Vero Water. Aquamar Bath + Skincare Essentials. FREE room service menu 24 hours a day
Veranda Stateroom (B2)
Veranda Stateroom (B2) (288 sq ft)
Tranquility Bed, an Oceania Cruises exclusive. FREE sodas replenished daily in your refrigerated mini-bar. FREE still and sparkling Vero Water. Aquamar Bath + Skincare Essentials. FREE room service menu 24 hours a day
Veranda Stateroom (B3)
Veranda Stateroom (B3) (288 sq ft)
Tranquility Bed, an Oceania Cruises exclusive. FREE sodas replenished daily in your refrigerated mini-bar. FREE still and sparkling Vero Water. Aquamar Bath + Skincare Essentials. FREE room service menu 24 hours a day
Veranda Stateroom (B4)
Veranda Stateroom (B4) (288 sq ft)
Tranquility Bed, an Oceania Cruises exclusive. FREE sodas replenished daily in your refrigerated mini-bar. FREE still and sparkling Vero Water. Aquamar Bath + Skincare Essentials. FREE room service menu 24 hours a day
Penthouse Suite (PH2)
Penthouse Suite (PH2) (426 sq ft)
Priority luggage delivery. Exclusive card-only access to private Concierge & Suite Lounge staffed by a dedicated Concierge featuring complimentary sodas, coffees and snacks throughout the day. 24-hour Butler service. Course-by-course in-suite dining+. Order in from any of our specialty restaurants+
Owner’s Suite
Owner’s Suite (2,527 sq ft)
Priority luggage delivery. Exclusive card-only access to private Concierge & Suite Lounge staffed by a dedicated Concierge featuring complimentary sodas, coffees and snacks throughout the day. 24-hour Butler service. Optional private in-suite embarkation day lunch from noon to 2 pm in Owner’s Suites. Complimentary in-suite bar setup with 6 full-size bottles of your choice of premium spirits and wines from our suite beverage menu
Vista Suite
Vista Suite (1,905 sq ft)
Priority luggage delivery. Exclusive card-only access to private Concierge & Suite Lounge staffed by a dedicated Concierge featuring complimentary sodas, coffees and snacks throughout the day. 24-hour Butler service. Optional private in-suite embarkation day lunch from noon to 2 pm in Owner’s Suites. Complimentary in-suite bar setup with 6 full-size bottles of your choice of premium spirits and wines from our suite beverage menu
Oceania Suite
Oceania Suite (1,466 sq ft)
Priority luggage delivery. Exclusive card-only access to private Concierge & Suite Lounge staffed by a dedicated Concierge featuring complimentary sodas, coffees and snacks throughout the day. 24-hour Butler service. Optional private in-suite embarkation day lunch from noon to 2 pm in Owner’s Suites. Complimentary in-suite bar setup with 6 full-size bottles of your choice of premium spirits and wines from our suite beverage menu
Penthouse Deluxe (PD1)
Penthouse Deluxe (PD1) (488 sq ft)
In addition to Concierge Level privileges. Priority luggage delivery. Exclusive card-only access to private Concierge & Suite Lounge staffed by a dedicated Concierge featuring complimentary sodas, coffees and snacks throughout the day. 24-hour Butler service. Course-by-course in-suite dining+
Penthouse Deluxe (PD2)
Penthouse Deluxe (PD2) (488 sq ft)
In addition to Concierge Level privileges. Priority luggage delivery. Exclusive card-only access to private Concierge & Suite Lounge staffed by a dedicated Concierge featuring complimentary sodas, coffees and snacks throughout the day. 24-hour Butler service. Course-by-course in-suite dining+

Dates and prices

36 nights, Crowning Ancient Cultures: London to Istanbul

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Concierge Level Veranda (A3)

$21,799~~$43,598~~

per person, double occupancy

CabinConcierge Level Veranda (A3)$21,799Concierge Level Veranda (A2)$22,099Concierge Level Veranda (A1)$22,349Penthouse Suite (PH1)$29,699Horizon Suite (HS2)$37,649Horizon Suite (HS1)$39,099Concierge Level Veranda (A4)—Veranda Stateroom (B1)—Veranda Stateroom (B2)—Veranda Stateroom (B3)—Veranda Stateroom (B4)—Penthouse Suite (PH2)—Owner’s Suite—Vista Suite—Oceania Suite—Penthouse Deluxe (PD1)—Penthouse Deluxe (PD2)—

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